Man, human eyes are so impressive. Light shifts around them all the time, from cool blue to sunny orange depending on the time of day, naturalness of the light source, etc. Our human eyes adjust automatically to changing light,...
There are lots of types of astrophotography: deep space, solar system, time-lapse. They all require varying degrees of cosmic knowledge and often a fairly advanced telescope. Here, we will focus on Wide Field Astrophotography, which is friendliest for beginners....
Almost two and a half centuries ago, our nation’s forefathers proclaimed their independence from Great Britain by digging into John Adams’ notorious Chinese fireworks stash and setting the skies aflame. You think we’re kidding, but the truth is not...
If you want an enhanced perspective, then a wide angle lens is best. These lenses process a wider field of view than the human eye, and therefore create a better sense of depth. However, while they let you capture...
Love it or hate it, Instagram is a huge boon for professional and hobbyist photographers alike. Many use Instagram as a portfolio, marketing tool, and more. Instagram accounts with large followings can garner industry recognition, and even influencer campaigns from major...
If you own a dog, then you've probably tried to photograph your dog. Heck, even if you don't own a dog, you've probably tried to photograph someone else's. However, though every dog is a good dog, not every picture...
Photography umbrellas are useful because they soften flash, which is typically quite harsh. Soft light transitions more gradually between areas of light and dark, and therefore erases some of the hard lines created by shadow. It's one of those frustrating...
Far from being dreary, rain can turn boring, familiar streets and generic scenes into something magical. And contrary to popular belief, you don't need to drag lens hoods, tripods and microfiber cloths all over creation to get a great shot....
The cold may have slowed them down a bit, but the famous Washington, D.C. cherry blossoms are nearing bloom! If you haven’t taken a trip to the nation’s capital in late March or early April, then you’re missing some...
Podcasting is radio for the digital age, and it’s typically offered up as a series. Many people use podcasts as a platform to discuss current events, share stories, or talk about aspects of art and culture like music or...
